Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
postmistress
Noun
/ˈpəʊstˌmɪstrəs/
Definition
A female who manages or is in charge of a post office.
Examples
- The postmistress greeted everyone with a warm smile as they entered the post office.
- She worked as a postmistress for over twenty years, becoming a beloved figure in the community.
- During her term as postmistress, the office saw an improvement in service and efficiency.
Meaning
In a traditional context, a postmistress is responsible for overseeing the operations of a postal service at a particular office, ensuring that mail is distributed and that customers receive postal services.
Synonyms
- Postal worker
- Mail handler
- Post office manager
